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CBS News
a day ago
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Former Steelers lineman Max Starks named color commentator for Steelers Audio Network
Former Pittsburgh Steelers offensive lineman Max Starks has been named the new color commentator for Steelers Audio Network game day broadcasts. Starks, a two-time Super Bowl champion with the Steelers, will join play-by-play broadcaster Rob King and sideline reporter Missi Matthews for the upcoming season. Starks has been a member of the Steelers Audio Network broadcast team since 2021 and previously was a sideline analyst on audio broadcasts. "We're thrilled to elevate Max Starks into the broadcast booth as the new color commentator for the Steelers Audio Network," said Bobbie Loesch, Market President for iHeartMedia Pittsburgh. "Max brings a championship mindset, deep football knowledge, and an authentic connection with Steelers Nation. His transition from the sideline to the booth is a natural progression, and we're confident that fans will love the insight and energy he brings to every broadcast. This is another exciting chapter in our longstanding partnership with the Steelers, delivering world-class game day coverage to Pittsburgh and beyond." "I am honored to move from the sidelines into the booth for our game day broadcasts. Thanks to Art Rooney II, the Steelers organization and iHeartMedia for the opportunity," said Starks. "There is a long and proud history that I look forward to continuing. I have a tremendous amount of respect and admiration for the men who preceded me, and I hope to bring the same level of excitement and insight that Steelers fans have come to expect from game day broadcasts." King and Starks will also co-host "In The Locker Room, Presented by Neighborhood Ford Store." The in-season program will air from 10 a.m. to noon, Monday through Friday.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
3 Consumer Stocks We Keep Off Our Radar
Consumer discretionary businesses are levered to the highs and lows of economic cycles. Unfortunately, the industry's recent performance suggests demand may be fading as discretionary stocks have pulled back by 4.4% over the past six months. This drop was discouraging since the S&P 500 returned 4.1%. A cautious approach is imperative when dabbling in these companies as many also lack recurring revenue characteristics and ride short-term fads. With that said, here are three consumer stocks we're passing on. iHeartMedia (IHRT) Market Cap: $264.8 million Occasionally featuring celebrity hosts like Ryan Seacrest on its shows, iHeartMedia (NASDAQ:IHRT) is a leading multimedia company renowned for its extensive network of radio stations, digital platforms, and live events across the globe. Why Do We Avoid IHRT? Flat sales over the last two years suggest it must innovate and find new ways to grow Waning returns on capital from an already weak starting point displays the inefficacy of management's past and current investment decisions Unfavorable liquidity position could lead to additional equity financing that dilutes shareholders iHeartMedia's stock price of $1.93 implies a valuation ratio of 0.4x forward EV-to-EBITDA. Dive into our free research report to see why there are better opportunities than IHRT. Topgolf Callaway (MODG) Market Cap: $1.70 billion Formed between the merger of Callaway and Topgolf, Topgolf Callaway (NYSE:MODG) sells golf equipment and operates technology-driven golf entertainment venues. Why Do We Steer Clear of MODG? Underwhelming constant currency revenue performance over the past two years suggests its product offering at current prices doesn't resonate with customers Performance over the past five years shows its incremental sales were much less profitable, as its earnings per share fell by 22.6% annually Eroding returns on capital from an already low base indicate that management's recent investments are destroying value Topgolf Callaway is trading at $9.23 per share, or 3.6x forward EV-to-EBITDA. If you're considering MODG for your portfolio, see our FREE research report to learn more. RE/MAX (RMAX) Market Cap: $161.7 million Short for Real Estate Maximums, RE/MAX (NYSE:RMAX) operates a real estate franchise network spanning over 100 countries and territories. Why Do We Think RMAX Will Underperform? Demand for its offerings was relatively low as its number of agents has underwhelmed Earnings per share fell by 8.9% annually over the last five years while its revenue grew, showing its incremental sales were much less profitable Underwhelming 0% return on capital reflects management's difficulties in finding profitable growth opportunities At $8.39 per share, RE/MAX trades at 6.2x forward P/E. To fully understand why you should be careful with RMAX, check out our full research report (it's free). Stocks We Like More Donald Trump's April 2024 "Liberation Day" tariffs sent markets into a tailspin, but stocks have since rebounded strongly, proving that knee-jerk reactions often create the best buying opportunities. The smart money is already positioning for the next leg up. Don't miss out on the recovery - check out our Top 5 Strong Momentum Stocks for this week. This is a curated list of our High Quality stocks that have generated a market-beating return of 183% over the last five years (as of March 31st 2025). Stocks that made our list in 2020 include now familiar names such as Nvidia (+1,545% between March 2020 and March 2025) as well as under-the-radar businesses like the once-micro-cap company Tecnoglass (+1,754% five-year return). Find your next big winner with StockStory today for free. Find your next big winner with StockStory today. Find your next big winner with StockStory today StockStory is growing and hiring equity analyst and marketing roles. Are you a 0 to 1 builder passionate about the markets and AI? See the open roles here. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Axios
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Axios
Inside Sarah Spain's new book — and her favorite spots in Chicago
Chicago sports journalist Sarah Spain has turned one of her most popular ESPN articles into a book. The big picture: " Runs in the Family: An Incredible True Story of Football, Fatherhood, and Belonging" with Deland McCullough is based on the story of McCullough's life after he unsealed his adoption records to reveal family secrets. What they're saying: Spain says she heard McCullough's story through a friend and immediately wanted to help tell it. "Any story that can give you chills and make you tear up with just a five-minute summary is very, very special," Spain tells Axios. Zoom in: Spain also hosts the daily " Good Game" podcast on iHeartMedia, which is the only daily women's sports show. Spain took some time out of her busy schedule to tell us about her ... busy schedule! Here's her perfect day in Chicago. 🥛Breakfast:"If I'm within a mile or two of Left Coast in Lincoln Park, I have to stop. I'll start with a Mornin' Buzz smoothie — a delicious mix of espresso, cold brew, banana, peanut butter, dates and other delights, followed by the Montecito Hash." 🏋️♀️ Morning activity: "I love starting my day with some sort of exercise. Injuries from my college years as a heptathlete have limited my workout options, so I was thrilled to be introduced to Inferno Hot Pilates at the 105F studios. It's a HIIT-style class using pilates principles but on a mat." 🥗 Lunch:"I'm a sucker for a great salad and one of my favorites is at Antique Taco in Wicker Park. It's a kale-based salad with red pepper, fruit, spicy peanuts and cranberries, queso fresco and tortilla strips." "They've also got my favorite vegetarian taco in the city, too. Their Potato and Poblano taco, with crispy potato skins on top. So good." 🦮 Afternoon activity: "I've got three amazing rescue dogs, Fletch, Banks and Indy, so I love taking them for walks around the neighborhood. On warm days, I love walking our youngest pup, Indy, all the way to Humboldt Park." "If the Cubs are playing and the sun is out, I head to Murphy's Bleachers for a beer on the patio before heading into Wrigley Field, and on not-so-beautiful days, I'll catch a Chicago Sky day game at Wintrust Arena." 🍽️ Dinner:"I find there are too many amazing restaurants in Chicago to have a "go-to" for dinner. That being said, the vibes at Aba, Cabra, 3 Arts Club Cafe, Armitage Alehouse, and Fioretta make them all worthy of return trips. And a night home is often "catered" by my delivery go-tos, Thai from Silli Kori or Indian from Vajra."
Forbes
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Morgan Wallen's Debut Album Rises Higher Than Ever
Morgan Wallen's debut album If I Know Me reaches a new peak of No. 33 on Billboard's Top Streaming ... More Albums chart as it climbs on all three tallies it appears on. AUSTIN, TX - MAY 04: (EDITORIAL USE ONLY. NO COMMERCIAL USE) Morgan Wallen performs live during the Daytime Village at the 2019 iHeartCountry Festival Presented by Capital One at the Frank Erwin Center on May 4, 2019 in Austin, Texas. (Photo byfor iHeartMedia) Morgan Wallen's albums are so big and packed with hit songs that they've become constant fixtures in the highest reaches of the Top Streaming Albums chart in the United States. The country singer-songwriter regularly claims several spaces inside that competitive region, just as he does this frame with his three most recent projects. If I Know Me, the album that started it all for Wallen, has never climbed quite as high as its successors, but this is a very special week for that introductory project. If I Know Me Reaches a New Chart Peak If I Know Me rises five spaces on the current edition of the Top Streaming Albums chart. Wallen's first studio effort jumps from No. 38 to No. 33, and in doing so, it reaches a new peak position on the tally, which ranks the most-played projects on sites like Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, and others in every tracking period. Morgan Wallen's Longest-Charting Streaming Wins If I Know Me debuted on the Top Streaming Albums list in October 2023, alongside both Dangerous: The Double Album and One Thing at a Time. Unlike those sets, however, If I Know Me has not remained on the ranking since then, as it has now racked up just 21 stays on the streaming-only tally. Both Dangerous and One Thing at a Time have managed 91 frames on the ranking so far. Three Top 10s on the Top Streaming Albums List Wallen has sent both of those studio efforts, as well as his latest blockbuster I'm the Problem, into the top five on the Top Streaming Albums chart. One Thing at a Time and I'm the Problem have each spent months at No. 1, while Dangerous stalled at fourth place. Currently, Wallen occupies three spaces inside the top streaming albums chart's top 10. I'm the Problem holds at No. 1, as it has now spent all eight of its weeks on the tally in the top spot. One Thing at a Time climbs a single rung to No. 3, while Dangerous holds steady at No. 7. If I Know Me Rises on Multiple Billboard Charts If I Know Me is also climbing on all three Billboard charts where it makes a home, even though consumption is slightly down. The collection moved just over 15,800 equivalent units in the latest span (per Luminate), a dip from 16,000 the week prior. That doesn't stop If I Know Me from lifting from No. 10 to No. 8 on the Top Country Albums tally, and from No. 49 to No. 41 on the Billboard 200.
Los Angeles Times
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
Música Mexicana podcast Agushto Papá joins iHeartMedia
Agushto Papá is turning up the volume and reaching wider audiences. On Monday, iHeartMedia announced that the popular música Mexicana podsters, Agushto Papá, will be joining My Cultura Podcast Network, an initiative that elevates Latino storytellers in audio. 'The hosts [of Agushto Papá] have built this series into a cultural force, connecting with a new generation of listeners through humor, personal stories and a deep passion for Mexican music,' said Will Pearson, President of iHeartPodcasts, in a statement to The Times. 'This partnership reflects our network's ongoing mission to elevate and amplify creators who speak authentically to Latino identity and community.' Forging a partnership with the No. 1 podcast publisher (according to Podtrac) is a dream come true for young regional music enthusiasts Jason Nuñez, Diego Mondragon and Angel Lopez, who launched Agushto Papá Podcast in Nuñez's parent's garage. ' We're super blessed to be in the position that we are in because of the people supporting us,' said Nuñez about the partnership. 'It feels good to be one of the first [of] Gen Z to have a podcast on the platform.' Since 2021, the trio has played an essential role in chronicling the rise of música Mexicana, which has grown in popularity in the last couple of years. ' When it started, it was just talking about what what we love and what caught our attention,' said Lopez. 'There was no sort of plan there.' Their laid-back setting and off-the-cuff interview style gave promising regional acts the opportunity to showcase their raw talent and personality. Popular genre singers like Becky G, Ivan Cornejo, DannyLux and more have appeared on their programming, which spans across all social media platforms, including Instagram, YouTube and TikTok, where the trio has amassed over 674,000 followers. But the impact of Agushto Papá goes beyond music. Earlier this year, they used their platform to call for more support from artists amid the sweeping ICE raids that targeted predominantly Latino communities. Nuñez and Mondragon have also been vocal about their experience as recipients of DACA, a work relief program for undocumented youth arrivals that has come under attack in recent years by the Trump administration. Now with the support of My Cultura Podcast Network, the podcasters want to bring more of themselves and their community into the national conversation. Their new programming with iHeartMedia will be set up to receive calls and messages from listeners. ' We're gonna make some really cool stuff happen,' said Lopez. 'The past two seasons have been very artist-focused, but we just opened up this new season talking about our experiences at the concerts,' said Mondragon, referring to their latest podcast episode, where they break down the feverish backstage world of Neton Vega's concert. Since launching in 2021, My Cultura Podcast Network has become home to more than 60 Latino programs, including 'Lone Lobos' with Xolo Maridueña and Jacob Bertrand and 'More Better' with Stephanie Beatriz and Melissa Fumero. Maria Hinojosa's Latino USA, the longest-running Latino-focused news and culture program in the country, also joins the network today. In June, actor Eva Longoria and her Hyphenate Media group— who is set to direct and produce a film adaptation of Xochitl Gonzalez's novel 'Anita de Monte Laughs Last' — joined Wilmer Valderrama as stakeholders in the network. The 'That '70s Show' actor also hosts the podcast 'Dos Amigos' alongside Freddy Rodriguez. ' Knowing that all these resources exist and they're available to us, it's really exciting to see how far we're gonna be able to take it,' said Mondragon. New episodes of 'Agushto Papá' will be posted weekly on Mondays as part of the My Cultura Podcast Network.
